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Windshield wipers and washer
Operate the lever as follows to operate the wipers. The lever will return to
its original position immediately after operation.
XIntermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster
(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever up 2 levels
Move the lever up 1 level

(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever down 1 level

(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever down 2 lev-
els
Operating the wiper lever
1
2
3
4
or or or
OffTe m p o r a r y operationTe m p o r a r y operationIntermittent operationHigh speedoperation
Intermittent operationOffOffLow speedoperationHigh speed operation
Low speed operationOffIntermittent operationHigh speedoperationHigh speedoperation
High speed operationOffLow speedoperationNo changeNo change
Status
before
operation
Operation
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Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
5
6
7
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XRain-sensing windshield wipers
(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever up 2 levels
Move the lever up 1 level

(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever down 1 level

(U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Move the lever down 2 lev-
els
AUTO mode on/off switch
With AUTO mode selected, the wip-
ers will operate automatically when
the sensor detects falling rain. The sys-
tem automatically adjusts wiper timing
in accordance with rain volume and
vehicle speed.
AUTO mode indicator will turn on
when AUTO mode is selected.
AUTO mode
indicator
1
2
3
4
5
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*1: After temporary operation, the mode will return to AUTO mode.
*2: AUTO mode will be canceled.
When AUTO mode is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by
turning the switch ring.Increases the sensitivity
Decreases the sensitivity
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
or or
or
OffTe m p o r a r y operationTe m p o r a r y operationLow speed operationHigh speed operation
Low speed operationOffOffHigh speed operationHigh speedoperation
High speed operationOffLow speedoperationNo changeNo change
AUTO modeIntermittent operation
Off
Te m p o r a r y
operation
*1Low speed
operation
*2High speed
operation
*2
ContinuouslyNo change
Operation
Status
before
operation
6
7
8
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The wipers can be used as intermittent windshield wipers, which operate
regardless of vehicle speed or amount of raindrops. The intermittent
windshield wiper operation can be switched when the vehicle is stopped
and the wiper is off. The wiper operation cannot be switched during
AUTO mode or while the intermittent windshield wipers are operating.
Press and hold until the AUTO
mode indicator stops flashing.
If is pressed and held until the
AUTO mode indicator stops flashing
again, it will return to its previous state.
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more time
after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, the last sweep will not happen while the vehicle is moving.
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
●Intermittent windshield wipers interval changes when the vehicle is stopped.
●With low speed operation selected, wiper operation will be switched from low
speed to intermittent operation only when the vehicle is stationary.
Switching between the intermittent windshield wipers and rain-
sensing windshield wipers (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
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■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●If AUTO mode is selected while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the
wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is activated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 185°F (85°C) or higher, or -22°F
(-30°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the
wipers in any mode other than AUTO mode.
■When the windshield wipers are in temporary operation
AUTO mode cannot be activated even if is pressed.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
●The raindrop sensor judges the amount of
raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are
present on the windshield.
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the
windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers or
anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm.
The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you
and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■When standing the windshield wipers up
Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. (→P. 3 0 7 )
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.
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Headlight cleaner switch∗
Press the switch to clean the head-
lights.
■The headlight cleaners can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the headlight switch is turned on.
■Windshield washer linked operation
When the windshield washer is operated with the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode and the headlights on, the headlight cleaners will operate once. (→ P. 1 9 8 )
∗: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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